Description
Legal Clerk (Temporary – 3 to 4 Months)
Location: Scunthorpe
Duration: 3-4 months (Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM, 37 hours per week)
Salary: £12.26 per hour
Are you an organised and detail-oriented professional looking to gain experience in a legal environment? We are recruiting for a Legal Clerk on a temporary basis to support the Legal Services Section, with a particular focus on child care litigation.
This role offers a varied and dynamic workload, including administrative tasks, court attendance, and client interaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Key Responsibilities:
Provide administrative and clerical support to the Legal Services team
Maintain and update the case management system
Manage legal documentation, filing, and correspondence
Attend court proceedings with Counsel when required
Communicate professionally with court officials
Handle incoming legal post, logging and issuing acknowledgements
Assist in problem-solving and ensuring compliance with legal procedures
What We’re Looking For:
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines
Good IT skills, including case management systems and online research
Proactive problem-solving approach and ability to work as part of a team
Professional communication skills to liaise with clients, legal professionals, and council officers
Own transport is essential due to travel requirements for court attendance and external meetings
If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role in the legal sector, we’d love to hear from you
